Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 4581: An Act granting the city of Worcester the authority to require the adoption of institutional master plans
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
H 4581 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on October 2, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act granting the city of Worcester the authority to require the adoption of institutional master plans. Primary sponsor: Jim O'Day (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 19, 2026): Accompanied a study order, see H5120.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative O'Day of West Boylston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4581) of James J. O'Day (with the approval of the city council) that the city of Worcester be authorized to require the adoption of institutional master plans in said city. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jim O'Day | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 14th Worcester |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Accompanied a study order, see H5120
- Hearing scheduled for 10/14/2025 from 02:00 PM-02:00 PM in Written Testimony Only
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on Municipalities and Regional Government